Archer D20
User Guide
AC750 Wireless Dual Band
ADSL2+ Modem Router
REV1.0.1 1910011372
Contents
About This Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Chapter 1. Get to Know About Your Modem Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1. 1. Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1. 2. Main Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1. 3. Panel Layout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1. 3. 1.Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1. 3. 2.The Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Chapter 2. Connect the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2. 1. Position Your Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 2. 2. Connect Your Modem Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Chapter 3. Log into Your Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Chapter 4. Set Up Internet Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
4. 1. Use Quick Setup Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 4. 2. Manually Set up an Internet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 4. 3. Set up an IPv6 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 4. 4. Test Internet Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Chapter 5. Bandwidth Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Chapter 6. Network Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
6. 1. MAC Filtering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
6. 2. Access Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
6. 3. IP & MAC Binding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Chapter 7. IPTV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Chapter 8. USB Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
8. 1. Local Storage Sharing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 8. 1. 1.Access the USB disk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
8. 1. 2.Customize Your Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 8. 2. Remote Access via FTP Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 8. 2. 1.Access the USB disk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 8. 2. 2.Customize Your Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
8. 3. Media Sharing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 8. 3. 1.Access the USB disk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 8. 3. 2.Customize Your Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
8. 4. Printer Sharing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Chapter 9. Parental Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Chapter 10.Guest Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
10. 1. Create a Network for Guests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 10. 2. Customize Guest Network Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Chapter 11.NAT Forwarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
11. 1. Share Local Resources in the Internet by Virtual Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 11. 2. Open Ports Dynamically by Port Triggering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 11. 3. Make Applications Free from Port Restriction by DMZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 11. 4. Make Xbox Online Games Run Smoothly by UPnP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Chapter 12.Specify Your Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
12. 1. LAN Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 12. 1. 1.Change the LAN IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 12. 1. 2.Use the Modem Router as a DHCP Server. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 12. 1. 3.Reserve LAN IP Addresses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
12. 2. Wireless Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 12. 2. 1.Specify Basic Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 12. 2. 2.Use WPS for Wireless Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 12. 2. 3.Schedule Your Wireless Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 12. 2. 4.View Wireless Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 12. 2. 5.Advanced Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
12. 3. Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 12. 4. Interface Grouping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 12. 5. Create Static Routes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 12. 6. Set up a VPN Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Chapter 13.Administrate Your Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
13. 1. Set System Time and Region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 13. 2. Update the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 13. 3. Back up and Restore Configuration Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 13. 4. Change the Administrator Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 13. 5. Local Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 13. 6. Remote Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 13. 7. System Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 13. 8. Monitor the Internet Traffic Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 13. 9. CWMP Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 13. 10. SNMP Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
Appendix A: Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Appendix B: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
This guide provides details of each function and shows how to configure the modem router appropriate to your needs. In addition to this guide, a Quick Installation Guide is also released with each TP-LINK modem router, you are suggested to configure your modem router for quick Internet setup by following the published Quick Installation Guide before you get started with a further configuration.
Conventions
In this guide the following conventions are used:
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Chapter 1
This chapter introduces what the modem router can do and shows its main features and appearance.
This chapter contains the following sections:
•Product Overview
•Main Features
•Panel Layout
Chapter 1 |
Get to Know About Your Modem Router |
What This Product Does
TP-LINK’s Archer D20 AC750 Wireless Dual Band ADSL2+ Modem Router is a combined wired/wireless network connection device with integrated wireless router and ADSL modem, reducing hassle of configuration and saving space. Featuring a variety of features and rich functionality, Archer D20 is the perfect hub of your home or business network.
802.11ac - The Next Generation of Wi-Fi
TP-LINK’s Archer D20 comes with the next generation Wi-Fi standard – 802.11ac, backward compatible with 802.11n and 3 times faster than wireless N speeds. With higher power efficiency and robust security, 802.11ac is the perfect way to accelerate a home multimedia network and solve congestion that multiple devices may cause.
750Mbps Concurrent Dual Band - More Bandwidth, Less Interference
With 433Mbps wireless speeds over the crystal clear 5GHz band and 300Mbps over the 2.4GHz band, Archer D20 offers you the flexibility of two dedicated networks and ensures amazing wireless performance. Simple tasks such as sending e-mails or web browsing can be handled by the 2.4GHz band while bandwidth intensive tasks like online gaming or HD video streaming can be processed by the 5GHz band – all at the same time.
Broad Wi-Fi Coverage
Featuring two fixed external antennas and high power amplifiers, Archer D20 is able to boost Wi-Fi coverage throughout your home.
Multifunctional USB Port – Easy Storage and Sharing
Using the Archer D20’s multi-functional USB 2.0 port, you can share a printer with multiple computers and devices on your network and can also share files & media at home or via the FTP server while away from home.
Interchangeable LAN/WAN Port - Versatile Connectivity
The Archer D20 supports ADSL or Ethernet WAN connections (EWAN), which allows users to have the flexibility of different Internet connections among ADSL, cable or fiber modem using its interchangeable LAN/WAN port. This unique feature makes it easier when users need to change to fiber or cable services when necessary.
Guest Network
Guest Network Access provides secure Wi-Fi access for guests sharing your home or office network in a controlled manner without needing to expose private Wi-Fi access codes or other personal data.
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IPv6 Supported
Archer D20 supports IPv6, which is the foundation of the next generation of the Internet and enables a range of new services and improved user experience.
•Supports 802.11ac - The next generation of Wi-Fi, compatible with 802.11n
•Simultaneous 2.4GHz 300Mbps and 5GHz 450Mbps connections for 750Mbps of total available bandwidth
•2 dual band fixed external antennas and high power amplifiers provide stable signals and optimal wireless coverage
•Supports USB Storage Sharing, Print Server, FTP Server, Media Server. Share a printer locally and files & media with networked devices or remotely via FTP server
•Ethernet WAN (EWAN) offers another broadband connectivity option for connecting VDSL, cable or fiber modems
•Adopts Advanced DMT modulation and demodulation technology.
•Downstream data rates up to 24Mbps, upstream data rates up to 1Mbps.
•Supports long transfers, the max line length can reach to 6.5Km.
•Supports Multiple PVC (Permanent Virtual Circuit).
•Built-in DHCP server.
•High speed and asymmetrical data transmit mode, provides safe and exclusive bandwidth.
•Compatible with all mainstreams DSLAM (CO).
•Provides integrated access of internet and route function which face to SOHO user.
•Guest Network Access provides secure Wi-Fi access for guests sharing your home or office network
•Parental Controls allow parents or administrators to establish restricted access policies for children or staff
•IP-based Bandwidth Control makes it easier for you to manage the bandwidth of devices connected to the router
•Supports IP/MAC filter and URL filter, Access Control list
•SPI and NAT firewall protects end-user devices from potential attacks from the Internet
•WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK encryptions provide user networks with active defense against security threats
•Supports remote configuration and management through SNMP and CWMP.
•Easy one-touch WPA wireless security encryption with the WPS button
•Wi-Fi On/Off Button allows users to turn their wireless radio on or off
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•Supports firmware upgrade and Web management
•Supports Virtual Server, DMZ host and Port Triggering
•Supports Dynamic DNS, UPnP and Static Routing
•Supports system log and flow Statistics
•Supports IPv6
The modem router’s LEDs are located on the top panel (View from top to bottom). You can check the modem router’s working status by following the LED Explanation table.
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ADSL line is synchronized and ready to use. |
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1.If the ADSL LED is off, please check your Internet connection first. Refer to Connect Your Modem Router for more information about how to make Internet connection correctly. If you have already made a right connection, please contact your ISP to make sure your Internet service is available now.
2.If the Internet LED is off, please check your ADSL LED first. If your ADSL LED is also off, please refer to Note 1. If your ADSL LED is ON, please check your Internet configuration. You may need to check this part of information with your ISP and make sure everything have been input correctly.
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The modem router’s back panel shows the connection ports, buttons and antennas. Refer to the following for detailed instructions.
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For turning on/off the Wi-Fi function. |
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The switch for the WPS and RESET function. RESET: There are two ways to |
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Method one: With the modem router powered on, use a pin to press and hold |
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modem router’s Web-based Management. |
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The switch for the power. Press it to power on or off the modem router. |
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Chapter 2
This chapter contains the following sections:
•Position Your Modem Router
•Connect Your Modem Router
Chapter 2 |
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With the modem router, you can access your network from anywhere within the wireless network coverage. However, the wireless signal strength and coverage varies depending on the actual environment where your modem router is in. Many obstacles may limit the range of the wireless signal, for example, concrete structures, thickness and number of walls.
For your security and best Wi-Fi performance, please:
•Do Not locate the modem router in the place where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.
•Keep away from the strong electromagnetic radiation and the device of electromagnetic sensitive.
•Place the modem router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source.
•Make sure the cables and power cord are safely placed out of the way so they do not create a tripping hazard.
Tips: The modem router can be placed on a shelf or desktop.
Follow the steps below to connect your modem router.
1.Connect the ADSL line and power adapter. The electrical outlet shall be installed near the device and shall be easily accessible
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2. Connect your computer to the modem router.
Method 1: Wired
Connect your computer’s Ethernet port to the LAN port on the modem router Archer D20 via the Ethernet cable.
Method 2: Wirelessly
Use the default SSID (Wireless Network Name) and Wireless Password printed on the product label of the modem router to connect wirelessly.
Method 3: Use the WPS button
Wireless devices that support WPS, including Android phones, tablets, most USB network cards, can be connected to your router through this method. (WPS is not supported by IOS devices.)
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The WPS function cannot be configured if the wireless function of the router is disabled. Also, the WPS function will be disabled if your wireless encryption is WEP. Please make sure the wireless function is enabled and is configured with the appropriate encryption before configuring the WPS.
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Chapter 3
Chapter 3 |
Log into Your Modem Router |
With a Web-based utility, it is easy to configure and manage the Archer D20 AC750 Wireless Dual Band ADSL2+ Modem Router. The Web-based utility can be used on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with a Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Apple Safari.
Follow the steps below to log into your modem router.
1.If the TCP/IP Protocol on your computer is set to the static (fixed) IP address, you need to change it to obtain an IP address automatically. Refer to Appendix B: Troubleshooting to configure your computer.
2.Launch a web browser and type in http://tplinkmodem.net or http://192.168.1.1. Set a strong password using 1-15 characters and click Save.
3. Enter the password you set and click Login.
Note: For subsequent logins, you only need to enter the password that you have set to log in.
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Chapter 4
Set Up Internet
Connections
This chapter introduces how to connect your modem router to the Internet. The modem router is equipped with a web-based Quick Setup wizard. It has many ISP information built in, automates many of the steps and verifies that those steps have been successfully completed. Furthermore, you can also set up an IPv6 connection if your ISP provided IPv6 service.
This chapter includes the following sections:
•Use Quick Setup Wizard
•Manually Set up an Internet Connection
•Set up an IPv6 Connection
•Test Internet Connectivity
Chapter 4 |
Set Up Internet Connections |
To set up your modem router with several easy steps quickly:
1.Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with the password you set for the modem router.
2.Click Quick Setup, select your ISP from the dropdown list or select Other if you can’t find your ISP, then click Next.
3.Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
Note:
1.During the quick setup process, you can change the preset wireless network name (SSID) and wireless password. Once done, all your wireless devices must use the new SSID and password to connect to the modem router.
2.The modem router supports two operation modes, DSL Modem Router Mode and Wireless Router mode. If you already have a modem or your Internet comes via an Ethernet cable from the wall, you can set up the modem router as a regular wireless router to share the Internet. Refer to Appendix B: Troubleshooting for details.
To manually add an Internet connection without following the instructions of the Quick Setup wizard:
1.Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with the password you set for the modem router.
2.Go to Basic > Internet page. Select your ISP, and the VPI and VCI values will be automatically filled in. Enter the information provided by your ISP for the Connection Type. If you can’t find your ISP in the ISP List, select Other and then enter the information provided by your ISP.
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Tips: You can view and edit all Internet connections on Advanced > Network > Internet page.
If the DSL line your ISP provided also supports IPv6 connection and your ISP has provided some detailed IPv6 parameters, you can configure the modem router to permit IPv6 connection.
Follow the steps below to set up an IPv6 connection.
1.Configure the WAN settings.
1) Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with the password you set for the modem router.
2) Go to Advanced > Network > Internet page. Select your WAN Interface Name and click the (Edit) icon.
3 ) Scroll down to configure the IPv6 parameters.
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Addressing Type: Consult your ISP for the addressing type, DHCPv6 or SLAAC. SLAAC is the most commonly used addressing type.
IPv6 Gateway: Keep the default setting as Current Connection.
Note: If your ISP has provided the IPv6 address, click Advanced to reveal more settings. Check to use IPv6 specified by ISP and enter the parameters provided by your ISP.
4 ) Click OK to make the settings effective.
2.Configure the IPv6 LAN settings. Go to Advanced > Network > LAN Settings page. Select IPv6 to configure IPv6 LAN parameters.
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3. Done. IPv6 service is available for your network.
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After manually setting up the Internet connection, you need to know the Internet connectivity. The modem router provides a diagnostic tool to help you locate the malfunction.
1.Visit http://tplinkmodem.net, and log in with the password you set for the modem router.
2.Go to Advanced > System Tools > Diagnostics page.
3.Click Start to test the Internet connectivity and you will see the test result in the gray box.
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Chapter 5
The Bandwidth Control feature is used to fully utilize your limited bandwidth and optimize the load respectively. With this feature enabled, you can assign a specific minimum or maximum bandwidth for each computer, thus minimizing the impact caused when the connection is under heavy load.
Chapter 5 Bandwidth Control
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4.EntertheTotalUpstreamBandwidthandtheTotalDownstream Bandwidth given by your ISP. (1Mbps=1024Kbps). Click Save to save the settings.
5.Click Add to add controlling rules for each computer respectively.
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2 ) Port Range: Keep the default settings. The default port range of TCP protocol or UDP protocol is from 1 to 65535.
3 ) Protocol: Keep the default setting. Or you can choose the TCP protocol or UDP protocol or both of them.
4 ) Priority: Keep the default setting. You can change the value if you want to first guarantee the bandwidth for one computer. The smaller value has the higher priority.
5 ) Upstream/Downstream: Enter the bandwidth according to your division.
6 ) Check to enable this entry and click OK to save the settings.
6.Follow the steps above to add a rule for the other computer. And then you will get the following table.
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Chapter 6
This chapter guides you on how to protect your home network from unauthorized users by implementing these three network security functions. You can block or allow specific client devices to access your wireless network using MAC Filtering, or using Access Control for wired and wireless networks, or you can prevent ARP spoofing and ARP attacks using IP & MAC Binding.
•MAC Filtering
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Chapter 6 |
Network Security |
This function exploits the uniqueness of the MAC (Medium Access Control) address, a unique 12-digit hexadecimal address (for example, D8:5D:4C:B4:46:EA) of every network device, to determine if the device can or cannot access your wireless network.
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To block specific device(s)
1 ) Select Block wireless access from the devices in the list below and click Save.
2 ) Select the device(s) to be blocked in the Devices Online table.
3 ) Click Block above the Devices Online table. The selected devices will be added to Devices List automatically.
To allow specific device(s)
1 ) Select Allow wireless access only from the devices in the list below and click Save.
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Access Control is used to block or allow specific client devices to access your network (via wired or wireless) based on a list of blocked devices (Blacklist) or a list of allowed devices (Whitelist).
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To block specific device(s)
1 ) Select Blacklist and click Save.
2 ) Select the device(s) to be blocked in the Devices Online table.
3 ) Click Block above the Devices Online table. The selected devices will be added to Devices in Blacklist automatically.
To allow specific device(s)
1 ) Select Whitelist and click Save.
2 ) Click Add.
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